### Over 100 Students Drop Out of Cobach Tijuana
**TJGringo Staff Writer**
Tijuana faced a concerning spike in academic dropouts as more than 100 first-year high school students left their studies at the Colegio de Bachilleres (Cobach) located at the Rubén Vizcaíno Valencia campus. According to the campus director, Sugey Mendívil, this exodus is primarily attributed to a lack of motivation among students.
Mendívil detailed that approximately 100 students withdrew during the last academic year from both the morning and afternoon shifts, highlighting that the dropout rate was particularly high in the first semester. She explained that out of an enrollment of 900 students across 18 groups, 119 individuals dropped out.
The director emphasized that this academic desertion often reflects underlying personal issues faced by the students at home. In response, the school administration is collaborating closely with parents to address these challenges and encourage students to continue their education.
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For those dealing in foreign currencies, the latest exchange rates for the dollar in Tijuana’s banks can be found here.
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